C02 · Reference edition 2026.11
Descriptor and judgement — Layout and sequence
A descriptor names a perceived quality; a judgement expresses preference or an assessment. Keep these separate in a sensory note.
Scope and purpose
Place the relevant elements in a visible order before completing the record. A diagram should distinguish position from sequence and should preserve the orientation used in the written notes. Review the example for a practical way to make the relationship explicit.
Working notes
This atlas connects descriptive vocabulary, observation context and reference-sheet design. All example records are synthetic and exist to explain a method of documentation; they do not represent tested batches, product ratings or scientific results. The diagrams are original editorial graphics. Descriptions of perceived character are kept separate from ingredient, origin, health and certification claims. Read definitions and scale anchors before comparing records.
Practical example
Record a perceived fruit-like character before adding a separate preference observation.
| Reference record | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| C02 | Descriptor and judgement |
| Scope and purpose | A descriptor names a perceived quality; a judgement expresses preference or an assessment. Keep these separate in a sensory note. |
| Limits and interpretation | A descriptor is not proof of an ingredient, origin or processing method. |
Review checklist
Identify the starting condition; mark the order or orientation; check that labels in the figure match the accompanying table.